Tara Simmons
Florence,KY
Summary
Dynamic Chemical Operations Specialist with a proven track record at L'Oreal, excelling in safety practices and laboratory techniques. Successfully optimized production workflows and enhanced operational efficiency through effective training and mentoring. Committed to maintaining high standards in chemical handling and decontamination procedures, ensuring compliance and safety in all processes.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Chemical Operations Specialist
Archer Daniels Midland Company
09.2018 - 01.2025
- Assisted in monitoring chemical processes to ensure compliance with safety regulations.
- Supported daily operations by maintaining accurate inventory of chemicals and supplies.
- Learned operation of laboratory equipment to conduct routine analyses and testing.
- Collaborated with team members to implement safety protocols in hazardous material handling.
Lead Chemical Operator
L'Oreal
05.2013 - 09.2018
- Supervised chemical processing operations to ensure adherence to safety and quality standards.
- Optimized production workflows by implementing best practices in chemical handling and equipment maintenance.
- Trained and mentored junior operators on operational procedures and safety protocols.
- Conducted regular inspections of equipment to identify maintenance needs, enhancing operational efficiency.
Education
No Degree - Clinical Laboratory Science
Cincinnati State Technical And Community College
Cincinnati, OHBachelor of Science - Biochemistry
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ05-2026
Skills
- Laboratory techniques
- Safety practices
- Decontamination procedures
- Assigning work
Accomplishments
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Supervised team of 15 staff members.
- Documented and resolved [Issue] which led to [Results].
- Collaborated with team of [Number] in the development of [Project name].
- Achieved [Result] through effectively helping with [Task].
- Achieved [Result] by introducing [Software] for [Type] tasks.
Certification
- OSHA Forklift Certified
Timeline
Chemical Operations Specialist
Archer Daniels Midland Company
09.2018 - 01.2025
Lead Chemical Operator
L'Oreal
05.2013 - 09.2018
No Degree - Clinical Laboratory Science
Cincinnati State Technical And Community College
Bachelor of Science - Biochemistry
University of Phoenix
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